Barbados

Barbados is the easternmost island in the Caribbean, a coral island ringed by pink-sand beaches and surrounded by turquoise waters. It's the birthplace of rum and a former British colony that still retains a unique Anglo-Caribbean character, with a lively food scene, friendly locals, and a year-round calendar of festivals. Whether you're here for the luxury resorts, the surf, or the history, Barbados offers a refined yet relaxed island escape.